Canada will be represented at NATO’s leaders meeting

OTTAWA, Canada – Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced that he will attend the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) leaders meeting in London, United Kingdom, from December 3 to 4, 2019.

In London, prime minister Trudeau will meet with NATO allies to mark the 70th anniversary of the Alliance and discuss shared trans-Atlantic priorities. NATO leaders will highlight Alliance achievements, specifically in the area of defence and deterrence. They will also discuss the importance of maintaining unity and resolve to successfully address emerging and future threats.

“For 70 years, NATO has been a cornerstone of Canadian defence and security policy. I look forward to meet with NATO leaders, and to reaffirm Canada’s strong commitment to this Alliance and its values. Whether by leading efforts to prevent and end the conflict, or contributing to NATO’s work on women, peace, and security, Canada is there for our allies as we build a more peaceful and stable world. We will always stand up for the values that Canadians hold dear, and for everyone who dreams of a brighter tomorrow.” Justin Trudeau, prime minister of Canada.

NATO is built on the strength of standing together in the service of citizens and in defence of common interests. Working with NATO allies, Canada protects fundamental Canadian values like democracy and the rule of law, while building a safer, more peaceful world for today and tomorrow.

A founding member of the Alliance, Canada is a major contributor to NATO. Canada currently leads NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence battlegroup in Latvia, as well as the Standing NATO Maritime Group 2. In Iraq, Canada commands the NATO mission, to help the country transition to lasting peace and security.